TY - JOUR
T1 - The Crucial Role of Bioimage Analysts in Scientific Research and Publication
AU - Cimini, Beth A.
AU - Bankhead, Peter
AU - D'Antuono, Rocco
AU - Fazeli, Elnaz
AU - Fernandez-Rodriguez, Julia
AU - Fuster-Barcelo, Caterina
AU - Haase, Robert
AU - Jambor, Helena Klara
AU - Jones, Martin L
AU - Jug, Florian
AU - Klemm, Anna
AU - Kreshuk, Anna
AU - Marcotti, Stefania
AU - Martins, Gabriel G
AU - McArdle, Sara
AU - Miura, Kota
AU - Murphy, Laura C
AU - Nelson, Michael S
AU - F Norrelykke, Simon
AU - Paul-Gilloteaux, Perrine
AU - Pengo, Thomas
AU - Pylvanainen, Joanna W
AU - Pytowski, Lior
AU - Ravera, Arianna
AU - Reinke, Annika
AU - Rekik, Yousr
AU - Strambio-De-Castillia, Caterina
AU - Thedie, Daniel
AU - Uhlmann, Virginie
AU - Umney, Oliver
AU - Wiggins, Laura
AU - Eliceiri, Kevin W.
PY - 2024/10
Y1 - 2024/10
N2 - Bioimage analysis (BIA), a crucial discipline in biological research, overcomes the limitations of subjective analysis in microscopy through the creation and application of quantitative and reproducible methods. The establishment of dedicated BIA support within academic institutions is vital to improving research quality and efficiency and can significantly advance scientific discovery. However, a lack of training resources, limited career paths and insufficient recognition of the contributions made by bioimage analysts prevent the full realization of this potential. This Perspective - the result of the recent The Company of Biologists Workshop 'Effectively Communicating Bioimage Analysis', which aimed to summarize the global BIA landscape, categorize obstacles and offer possible solutions - proposes strategies to bring about a cultural shift towards recognizing the value of BIA by standardizing tools, improving training and encouraging formal credit for contributions. We also advocate for increased funding, standardized practices and enhanced collaboration, and we conclude with a call to action for all stakeholders to join efforts in advancing BIA.
AB - Bioimage analysis (BIA), a crucial discipline in biological research, overcomes the limitations of subjective analysis in microscopy through the creation and application of quantitative and reproducible methods. The establishment of dedicated BIA support within academic institutions is vital to improving research quality and efficiency and can significantly advance scientific discovery. However, a lack of training resources, limited career paths and insufficient recognition of the contributions made by bioimage analysts prevent the full realization of this potential. This Perspective - the result of the recent The Company of Biologists Workshop 'Effectively Communicating Bioimage Analysis', which aimed to summarize the global BIA landscape, categorize obstacles and offer possible solutions - proposes strategies to bring about a cultural shift towards recognizing the value of BIA by standardizing tools, improving training and encouraging formal credit for contributions. We also advocate for increased funding, standardized practices and enhanced collaboration, and we conclude with a call to action for all stakeholders to join efforts in advancing BIA.
KW - Bioimage analysis
KW - Bioimage analysts
KW - Bioimaging
KW - Training
U2 - 10.1242/jcs.262322
DO - 10.1242/jcs.262322
M3 - Article
SN - 0021-9533
VL - 137
JO - Journal of Cell Science
JF - Journal of Cell Science
IS - 20
M1 - jcs262322
ER -